Albums Under The Radar

Ron Monte
  • 5.0 (11)
  • MUSIC HISTORY

An educational history of under-appreciated, under-rated, undiscovered or fading albums that are under the radar but need to shine.

Episodes

  1. 1D AGO

    Grateful Dead: Europe '72

    In this episode of Album Under the Radar, we take a deep dive into the Grateful Dead’s Europe ’72, the live album that became one of the band’s most accessible and enduring statements. From road-tested new songs and classic covers to Pigpen’s final great moments, this episode explores how a European tour captured the Dead in the middle of becoming themselves. Listen to this album on our Spotify channel here Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    34 min

  2. JAN 17

    Big Star's #1 Record

    Big Star’s #1 Record didn’t sell—but it changed everything. Album Under the Radar digs into the 1972 debut that helped define power pop and quietly influenced generations of artists. Affiliate Sponsor link to purchase Big Star's #1 Record vinyl album Listen to this album on our Spotify channel here Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    24 min

  3. JAN 10

    Beastie Boys: Paul's Boutique

    Paul’s Boutique was too weird, too dense, and too ahead of its time in 1989. Today, it’s a sampling masterpiece. This episode explores how the Beastie Boys and the Dust Brothers created an album that quietly reshaped modern music. Affiliate Sponsor link to purchase The Beastie Boys' Paul's Boutique album Listen to this album on our Spotify channel here Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    31 min

  4. 12/26/2025

    The Beatles: Let It Be

    Beyond the breakup narrative lies a warm, honest Beatles album. This episode of Under the Radar takes a fresh look at Let It Be — the songs, the sessions, and the legacy. Affiliate Sponsor link to purchase The Beatles' Let It Be album Listen to this album on our Spotify channel here Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    44 min

  5. 11/28/2025

    Love: Forever Changes

    A deep dive into Love’s Forever Changes—a haunting, horn-soaked masterpiece born from tension, creativity, and the fading glow of the ‘60s. Affiliate Sponsor link to purchase Love’s Forever changes Listen to this album on our Spotify channel here Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    23 min

  6. 11/01/2025

    Led Zeppelin’s Hidden Gem: Presence

    In this episode of Albums Under the Radar, we crank up Led Zeppelin’s often-overlooked powerhouse — Presence. Recorded in just 18 days during one of the band’s most turbulent periods, it’s raw, relentless, and pure Jimmy Page at the helm. From the thunder of “Achilles Last Stand” to the smoky groove of “Nobody’s Fault But Mine,” we dive into how Presence captured Zeppelin stripped to their core — no frills, no keyboards, just fire and fury. Affiliate Sponsor link to purchase Led Zeppelin’s Presence  Listen to this album on our Spotify channel here Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    20 min

  7. 09/17/2025

    Jeff Buckley's "Grace"

    In this episode we discuss and explore Jeff Buckley's one and only album release, "Grace" that was DOA when first released but has grown to iconic status and become highly influential over the years. Affiliate Amazon sponsor link to purchase Jeff Buckley's "Grace." Email us at hello@albumsundertheradar.com Show website: https://albumundertheradar.buzzsprout.com Follow us on X / Twitter - Instagram New shows approximately twice a month.

    19 min
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About

An educational history of under-appreciated, under-rated, undiscovered or fading albums that are under the radar but need to shine.

Information

  • Creator
    Ron Monte
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    7
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © 2026 Albums Under The Radar
  • Show Website
    Albums Under The Radar